The Thiru Utsavam at Kidangoor Sree Mahavishnu Temple is one of the most significant annual festivals celebrated in the rich tradition of Kerala temple culture. Held every year with deep devotion and grandeur, the festival reflects the spiritual heritage and cultural unity of devotees. The 2026 Thiru Utsavam is scheduled from May 02, 2026 (Saturday) to May 09, 2026 (Saturday), marking eight days of continuous rituals, offerings and cultural programs.
The festival begins with the sacred Thrikodiyettu on May 02, 2026, symbolizing the official commencement of the celebrations. Each day is filled with traditional poojas, including Ganapathi Homam, Deeparadhana, and special offerings to Lord Mahavishnu. Devotees witness vibrant cultural performances such as Thiruvathira, Kaikottikkali, Chakyarkoothu, Kathakali and Sopana Sangeetham which enhance the spiritual atmosphere of the temple.
Important highlights include the Thrikketta Purappadu on May 05, 2026, the grand Utsava Bali on May 07, 2026 and the majestic Valiya Vilakku on May 08, 2026. The festival concludes with the sacred Aarattu on May 09, 2026 marking the divine conclusion of the celebrations.
๐ฑ Thrikodiyettu
๐ธ Thrikketta Purappadu
๐ฅ Utsava Bali
๐ก Valiya Vilakku
๐ Aarattu
โจ Vishu Vilakku
The sacred beginning of Thiru Utsavam 2026 marked with the traditional flag hoisting ceremony and temple rituals, symbolizing the start of the festival.
The festival day begins with divine rituals including Ganapathi Homam, Nirmaalya Darshanam, Ushanivedyam, and other important temple poojas for blessings and prosperity.
Traditional cultural performances such as Thiruvathira, Kaikottikkali, and other devotional art forms are presented by devotees, creating a festive spiritual atmosphere.
A major highlight of the festival, the Thrikketta Purappadu is a grand ceremonial procession of the deity outside the temple with traditional music and rituals.
The sacred Utsava Bali is performed as a special ritual offering to the deity, accompanied by Vedic chants and traditional temple ceremonies.
The grand Valiya Vilakku celebration is marked by lighting of traditional lamps, devotional rituals, and cultural programs in the temple premises.
The festival concludes with the sacred Aarattu where the deity is taken for holy ritual bath, marking the divine completion of Thiru Utsavam 2026.
The sacred flag hoisting marks the official beginning of the Thiru Utsavam with devotional rituals and temple traditions.
A powerful Vedic ritual performed to remove obstacles and seek blessings for a prosperous and peaceful festival.
A grand ceremonial procession of the deity outside the temple with traditional music, rituals, and divine presence.
A sacred offering performed with Vedic chanting, symbolizing devotion and spiritual purification during the festival.
The grand lighting ceremony that illuminates the temple with devotion, marking one of the most auspicious moments of the festival.
The divine conclusion of the festival where the deity is taken for holy ritual bath, symbolizing spiritual completion and blessings.
Venue: Kidangoor Sree Mahavishnu Temple, Ernakulam
Nearest Town: Kidangoor
Railway: Angamaly Railway Station (8 km)
Airport: Cochin International Airport, Nedumbassery (12 km)
Road: Well connected via NH 544 and nearby state highways. Regular KSRTC and private buses, taxis, and auto-rickshaws are available from Angamaly, Aluva, and surrounding regions for easy access to the temple.